Category Archives: Babies

First Birthday in Central Park

A smiling couple, captured by a talented family photographer, stands outdoors holding a young boy. The man stands behind the woman who is holding the child. The background features tall city buildings and green trees, suggesting a park setting. The family appears happy and relaxed.

Another of our favorite on-location settings to bring our clients to is Central Park. Mid-week is key to getting those close to as empty fields as possible. It almost feels like you have Central Park to yourself! We love shooting here because you feel like you’re not in the city while being directly in the...

from bethesda to sheep meadow

A father leans against a column under a stone archway in Central Park, holding his daughter who is looking outward. The archway frames them, leading into a dimly lit passage with detailed stonework and a patterned window at the end. The man and baby are casually dressed.

Visiting the city with your family is such a special occasion, and we love to capture these amazing memories in the most beautiful way. We’ve had lots of sessions lately with parents asking to incorporate some iconic Central Park settings and NYC cityscapes, so we thought we’d share a sample. Here are some favorite images...

Our favorite NYC settings

A family of three stands on grass in Central Park, NYC, surrounded by trees. The man wears a dark suit, the woman a white dress, and the young girl a pink dress. They all smile warmly at the camera, with soft, natural lighting creating a serene atmosphere.

Central Park: Located in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park offers a beautiful blend of natural settings uptown and cityscape backdrops downtown.  People tend to spend more time indoors and holiday shopping in the Fall months, which means the park is far less crowded than usual. Not to mention, earlier sunset times means happier babies (who aren’t out past...